Magnum opus

1.) a large and important work of art, music, or literature, especially one regarded as the most important work of an artist or writer.

2.) a great work; especially:the greatest achievement of an artist or writer

No doubt a writer or artist has a deep passion for what they do. They have an end goal when they start on their work of art. They work on precisely carrying out their plan so someday they fulfill their end goal. Allowing their work to reach its sole purpose. It takes time, sometimes years…But they move forward, don’t give up and keep focused.

You can read stories written from the heart of an author and you can see artwork from an artist that reflects their passion, dedication and commitment to their work. They strive for the ultimate Magnum Opus. Each of them have important and even great works, but they strive for and work diligently towards their “greatest achievement.”

When I was much younger, my mom told me “You are God’s Magnum Opus” “You are one of Gods greatest accomplishments” “His most important work.” That analogy and profound statement has always stuck with me.

God himself, not only planned me, but he had a sole purpose for my life when he uniquely designed me. He did the same for you. He started working on that beautiful masterpiece in my mother’s womb and is still carrying it out to completion. He is precisely planning on my behalf and working things for my good. He has created each and every life with the same heart and deep passion. He strives for excellence in us. But he accepts the mistakes and the do-overs that we may need. He never gives up on us. He works diligently on our behalf, as our lives and his masterpiece, continues to unfold.

Look at your self today with God’s eyes. In your failures, your self-doubt, your disappointments and trials. Remember through all of it, God does not see them the same as we do. He sees the beautiful in the midst of your ugly and he already knows the outcome of what he started in you. He sees you as one of his greatest joys, a prize possession, a work of art…and one of his greatest masterpieces. Embrace that!

Let others know who created you and how special, miraculous and beautiful all life really is. And then, let YOUR life reflect the wonderful “Magnum Opus” that you are.